Founder and Leadership
Okronkronyi Nyame Somafo Yawoh
Founder and Leader of World Unity and Peace International
- Born
- Yaw Essel, 28 February 1952
- Hometown
- Ekumfi Dumkwa, Central Region, Ghana
- Spiritual calling
- 2009, according to his testimony
- Founded WUPI
- 2026, in Ghana
Okronkronyi Nyame Somafo Yawoh is the Founder of WUPI and the Founder and Spiritual Leader of Asomdwee Ntonton Som.
Born Yaw Essel on 28 February 1952 at Ekumfi Dumkwa in Ghana’s Central Region, his journey has combined practical working life, spiritual leadership and engagement with wider society.
According to his testimony, a defining spiritual calling in 2009 shaped the name and ministry through which he is known today.
Through WUPI, he seeks to extend his commitment to peace, unity and human dignity into an institutional platform serving communities beyond the boundaries of a single faith.
In his own words
The Founder’s address at the WUPI media launch
Okronkronyi Nyame Somafo Yawoh speaks at the official media launch of World Unity and Peace International.
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His Vision for WUPI
Spiritual conviction, brought together with institutional action
The Founder’s vision brings spiritual conviction together with institutional action.
WUPI provides a framework for engaging traditional authorities, public institutions, community leaders and other stakeholders in the pursuit of reconciliation and peaceful coexistence.
Its mission extends beyond responding to conflict to include the conditions that help people live with dignity and opportunity.
Leadership and Governance
WUPI’s governance is guided by its Charter and supported by approved leadership appointments and institutional responsibilities. This section introduces the individuals entrusted with directing, coordinating and supporting the organisation’s work.
Confirmed leadership appointments will be introduced here.
Institutional Representation
WUPI’s framework provides for representatives and structures that support its mission in different communities and territories. Confirmed appointments and established offices are published here as they become operational.
Representatives and offices will be listed here once confirmed.